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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Model number 3205121 (duck), 993205114 (duck), 3205122 (blowfish) or 3205078 (splat) is printed on the bottom of the packaging.
Why it was recalled
The small magnets can easily detach from the product. If swallowed, magnets can link together inside a child's intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnets place them out of reach of children and contact Design Ideas for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Design Ideas Ltd.
- Recall number
- 14-126
- Units
- About 21,700 Rubber Ducky Magnets, 3,200 Blowfish Magnets and 2,000 Splat Magnets
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Rubber ducky magnets were sold at Nordstrom's Rack stores, novelty and gift stores, book stores and art stores nationwide from March 2007 through September 2013 for about $10. Blowfish magnets were sold at novelty and gift stores, book stores and art stores nationwide from March 2007 through March 2011 for about $10. Splat magnets were sold at CB2 stores, novelty and gift stores, office supply stores and art stores nationwide from November 2012 to February 2014 for about $10.
- Distributor
- Design Ideas Ltd., of Springfield, Ill.
Design Ideas® and Neatlife® Rubber Ducky Magnets, and Design Idea® Blowfish and Splat Magnets
CPSC product type: Magnets
Recall contact information
Design Ideas at (800) 426-6394 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at and www.designideas.net and click on "Safety Notices and Patents" for more information.
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Publication and verification
Recall published
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